SXSW
Website
https://www.sxsw.com/
Event Info
The South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference and Festivals is an annual celebration of the convergence of interactive media, music, and film industries. It holds annually in mid-March in Austin, Texas, United States. Since its first edition in 1987, the festival has encouraged professional growth and interactions between creatives. It recognizes the raw innovation and emerging talent across the industry, both behind and in front of the camera.
As one of the foremost Film Festivals in the world, the SXSW features dramas, documentaries, comedies, genre standouts, and others. The smart audiences at the festival include professionals, emerging artists, performers, film enthusiasts, and tourists who participate in sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, and a host of other networking opportunities.
Will the 2021 edition of SXSW hold?
Due to the recent happenings relating to COVID-19, this year’s exciting edition of the South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference and Festivals will be online. According to the organizers, it is vital to adhere to the restrictions on large gatherings as announced by the City of Austin.
SXSW Online 2021 is the theme – a digital experience that will include conference keynotes and sessions, film screenings, and music showcases. The Film Festival will offer attendees exclusive access to Premieres, Screenings, and Q and As. Other aspects of the digital experience include professional development, online exhibitions, and networking and meet-ups.
How do you get tickets?
You can join hundreds of thousands of people from all walks of life in the city of Austin virtually from March 16-20, 2021. There is a lot to explore in the worlds of featured films, short films, episodic films, and XR projects.
The ticket costs $249. It gives you access to the entire event, allowing you to take in programming and reach out to others across all the SX industries.
You can apply to attend on the official website of SXSW.
FAQ
Has the event been canceled due to COVID-19 concerns? If so, was it canceled for 2020, 2021, or both?
This event was cancelled in 2020 as a result of the pandemic, the first time this event was ever cancelled.
What is your current timeline for the event? When is it set to occur? Was it postponed or moved from its original date?
As there is still a high level of concern over holding this event in person, the 2021 SXSW Festival will offer an online event that takes place from March 16-20.
If the event is still occurring, what precautions are taken to mitigate the pandemic and keep attendees safe?
For everyone’s safety the event for 2021 will take place virtually, online.
When will tickets be made available for purchase? Where will they be sold?
There is one pass available now https://www.sxsw.com/attend/#register which gives you access to all of this exclusive online event.
Are the tickets restricted in any way? Does the event cater to a specific segment of the population or is it for the general public? How far in advance are the tickets sold? Has the pandemic changed the way sales, refunds, or cancelations are being handled?
The 2021 online event is accessible to publics and professionals who purchased the pass.
If applicable, are there any recommendations for specific locations for food and lodging while people attend event?
No because this is an online event for 2021